William Pitt b. 1819

  • Artist (Painter)
An experienced scene-painter from England, William Pitt arrived in Melbourne in 1853. Working for many years in theatre production, he was also a foundation member of the Victorian Academy of Arts before a quarrel saw him resign from his post.
Name
William Pitt
Gender
Male
Roles
  • Artist (Painter)
Other Occupation
  • Scene-painter (ANZSIC code: 9002)
Birth date
1819
Birth place
England, UK
Death date
17 January 1879
Death place
St Kilda, Melbourne, Vic
Active Period
  • 1853 - 1870
Arrival
  • 27 January 1853 (Port Melbourne, VIC)
Residence
  • 17 January 1879 St Kilda, Melbourne, VIC
  • 27 January 1853 - 17 January 1879 Melbourne, VIC
  • 1819 - 1852 England, UK
Languages
  • English
Initial Record Data Source
  • The Dictionary of Australian Artists: painters, sketchers, photographers and engravers to 1870